Letters to the editor 10/28

Re-elect Peplow as town clerk

Rosalie Peplow's name brings to mind a woman of high character and devotion to her position as Town of Lloyd town clerk. Because of Rosalie, it's among the highest ranking in New York state by virtue of its functionality, effectiveness and networking capability. She created ties to other town clerks in New York and served on the state Town Clerks Association board. This effort has come home to work for the Town of Lloyd.

Rosalie was successful in attracting thousands of dollars in grant money from the New York State Education Department's archives division, to successfully computerize the daily work without impact to the taxpayers and to organize and preserve the records management requirements of all town departments consistent with state regulations.

Her attention to the detail involved in issuing licenses, tax receipt accounting, loving care of historical preservation and the myriad other details of this demanding position is without parallel. In 2013, this very sophisticated system cannot be emulated by a newcomer who has never had this level of experience. Every vote counts. Don't assume someone else will do what only you can do.

Rosalie is running for re-election. Her experience works daily for you. I urge you to cast your vote to return her to office. She deserves this and the Town of Lloyd community deserves Rosalie.

Sandra Avampato

Highland

Dahncke, Franco for East Fishkill

I confidently recommend Councilman Bill Dahncke and Tom Franco for East Fishkill Town Board. Councilman Dahncke has proven himself as a leader and someone who can be trusted. After working with him for two years on the town board, I've witnessed his decisions and suggestions play an instrumental, positive role in our community. His experience, knowledge, and approachable demeanor makes him a significant asset to the East Fishkill Town Board.

Mr. Franco has earned my support and the support of many other residents in East Fishkill. He's a proven leader as the president of the East Fishkill Republican Club. In addition, Tom volunteers much of his time in our town. Whether at community day, church or at his children's school, Tom is always tirelessly supporting a valuable, worthy cause. I know Tom will bring this effort, passion and good ideas to our town board.

It's not about what party you support, it's who will be the right person to do the job. The Town of East Fishkill deserves two people who continue to do the job right. They do it because they love their town. Please support Councilman Bill Dahncke and Tom Franco by voting on Nov. 5.

Nicholas D'Alessandro

councilman, Hopewell Junction

Steer legislature clear of disaster

Dutchess County Legislator Joe Incoronato, in his Sept. 27 letter to the editor, agrees with me that bankruptcy for Dutchess County is a possibility that residents should be aware of ("County must not make same mistakes as Detroit"). He may have read my Facebook post of Sept. 20.

While Mr. Incoronato states the general cause of municipal bankruptcies, he doesn't mention the specific cause of bankruptcy for two of the localities he notes in his letter. Both Harrisburg, Pa., and Jefferson County, Ala. (county seat: Birmingham), were brought down by over-ambitious bond obligations - for a new incinerator in Harrisburg and a new sewer system in Jefferson County.

In a Sept. 4 letter to the editor, I pointed out the detrimental effects that a large bond issue would have for this country.

In my Facebook post, I expressed my concern that the cost of a $150 million to $200 million bond for a new county jail could push Dutchess County, with its weak economy, into bankruptcy.

Mr. Incoronato and the rest of the county legislature's Republican super-majority are steaming full speed ahead toward the iceberg of the proposed new county jail and its accompanying bond issue. Disaster can be averted by a change of course, but since our Republican lawmakers have shown no desire to change course, a crew change is needed.

Please put Democrats in control of the Dutchess County Legislature in November. Let's avoid a disaster that'll have titanic consequences for all of us.

Charles Davenport

candidate, Dutchess County Legislature, 15th District

Wappingers Falls

Support Elia team in Town of Lloyd

We have the opportunity to let our voices be heard on Nov. 5. Please join with me and vote row B for Terry Elia for town justice. Terry possesses all the qualities for the job: He's honest, fair and knows the law.

For a team with proven leadership, that will promote and preserve the character of our community and have an open and transparent government that is committed to all the residents of Lloyd and Ulster County, please vote Terry Elia for town justice, Paul Hansut for town supervisor, Jeff Paladino and Kevin Brennie for town councilmen, Sally Bellacicco for town clerk, Lenny Auchmoody for highway superintendent and Mary Beth Mayo and Herbert Litts for Ulster County Legislature.

Nancy Hammond

Highland

Elect Yakubowski in Town of Clinton

Carl Yakubowski has been a good neighbor and friend to many people in the Town of Clinton for 25 years. I've personally known Carl and his family for a long time and know he's the kind of person I want to represent me on the Clinton town board. He's fair, honest, smart and hardworking. He's a former engineer for IBM and continues to work as a patent engineer. He and his wife Carol have rescued many rescued animals including dogs, horses and even a donkey.

Carl wants to bring new energy and vitality back to our town. He'll work to bring in creative and imaginative recreation programming for our residents. Currently, except for our town library, there is little to do here for seniors, children and families. Carl is also a strong supporter of the Clinton Community Library. As a fiscal conservative, I know Carl will keep our taxes at or under the tax cap. I'm a Republican but will reach across the aisle to vote for Carl this Election Day. I hope you'll join me.

Lou Kogon

Clinton

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